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Cinnyris jugularis
The Olive-backed Sunbird, Cinnyris jugularis, also known as the Yellow-bellied Sunbird, is a species of sunbird found from Southern Asia to Australia. The sunbirds are a group of very small Old World passerine birds which feed largely on nectar, although they will also take insects, especially when feeding young. Their flight is fast and direct on their short wings. Most species can take nectar by hovering, but usually perch to feed most of the time.
In most Asian countries this species is known as the Olive-backed Sunbird. Its scientific name was formerly Nectarinia jugularis but it was changed a few years ago, as were many other sunbirds. This one is a female and it is the only species found in Australia in the wild.
Spotted on Nov 7, 2012
Submitted on Nov 8, 2012
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